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Goto oscillates between childlike, melodic singing and blood-curdling shrieks, often within the same track, subverting the "civil" expectations of J-pop. Key Tracks & Highlights
One of the album's most memorable moments, melding a danceable, rhythmic swing with aggressive punk undertones. Reviews frequently describe Second as a "freak show"
Keyboardist Hajime (Hajimetal) replaces traditional punk guitar leads with "violent sounding" piano lines that range from frantic stabs to beautiful, cascading flourishes. The Sonic Landscape: "Jazz-Punk" Chaos
Reviews frequently describe Second as a "freak show" in the best possible way—unruly, fun, and deeply moving despite its abrasive surface. Midori - Second (album review ) - Sputnikmusic it is a manic
Released on April 4, 2007, Second (セカンド) is widely considered the first fully realized full-length statement from the Osaka-based "jazz-punk" outfit . Clocking in at just over 32 minutes, it is a manic, genre-bending explosion that solidified the band’s signature blend of hyper-aggressive hardcore punk and sophisticated swing jazz. The Sonic Landscape: "Jazz-Punk" Chaos